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This factsheet describes what a business plan should include, how you should go about writing one and what you will achieve by doing so...

This profile looks at setting up in business operating a coffee shop. It considers the personal attributes necessary to run this type of business as well as the training available...

This profile looks at setting up in business as a children's day nursery. It considers the personal attributes necessary to run this type of business as well as the training available...

This profile explores what is needed to start up a recruitment agency. It looks at the relevant skills and training, examines the market and suggests how to identify customers and competitors...

This profile looks at setting up a children's indoor play area. It considers key market issues and training requirements, and reviews the major legal and cost requirements of such an enterprise...

This profile looks at setting up in business operating a smoothie/juice bar. It considers the personal attributes necessary to run this type of business and the training available...

This introductory guide outlines the kinds of questions your market research should address, and describes the main ways of carrying it out...

This factsheet looks at the advantages and disadvantages of starting up a business from home, and explores issues such as planning permission, business rates, and mortgage and insurance issues...

This profile looks at how to start a delicatessen. It examines trends influencing demand for fresh deli food looks at the major personal, practical and legal issues affecting this type of business...

This factsheet explains how to write a marketing plan, covering guidance on what should be included in your plan, and how to monitor and review your marketing performance...